Eenie-Meenie-Minee-Moe – Which One Are You?

Yesterday, I bought a new Bible, and ON SALE! Although I have several Bibles in my house along with commentaries and various religious books, for years I have wanted to know the timeline, progression, and connection of the divisions of Bible books – history, law, poetry, major and minor prophets, gospels, letters, and The Revelation. I bought the new Chronological Study Bible, published by Thomas Nelson in the New King James Version (I am not such a purist that I regard the KJV or the NKJV as the literal translation(s) of the Hebrew and Greek languages; actually, I think there are more accurate translations.), but it’s the only version in which I can find Bible chronology. I’m excited to dig in!

And also, yesterday I attended a political meeting where I was given the following list of the 2008 Republican/Democrat platforms. Take a moment and compare them. Which one are you?

LIBERAL?

Larger federal government, government health care

Yes to abortion, no protection for the unborn

Gun ownership restricted or not allowed

Higher taxes for some taxpayers

Increase overall spending, increase national debt

Government intervention in economy with increased regulations and laws

Problems addressed with more laws and regulations

Federal government decides what schools teach

No ID required to vote or register to vote

Amnesty for many illegal aliens

Reduce defense spending, no new systems

Do not increase missile defense

Redistribution of wealth, take property for some people and give to others

Federal government decides moral standards for all, Faith out of government

Marriage can be same-sex couple

No oil drilling, no nuclear energy

Global warming is a real threat

Yes to special rights for some individuals and some groups

CONSERVATIVE?

Small federal government, private medicine

No to abortion, protect the unborn right to life

Gun ownership is a right

Lower taxes for all

Reduce overall spending, lower debt

Free-market economy with reduced government regulations and laws

Parents and local government decide what schools teach

Picture ID required to vote and register to vote

No amnesty for illegal aliens

Maintain or increase defense spending

Increase missile defense

Protect property rights and equal rights for all, not to provide equal things, keep what you earn

Local government decides their area’s moral standards, religious freedom in government

Marriage is between a man and a woman

Yes to drilling offshore, Alaska, nuclear energy

Global warming is not a real threat

Everyone is equal under the law; no special rights for anyone or any group

I heard testimonies of people who “have always been” (whatevertheywere) who are now changing party affiliation due to the changing political platforms. Many aren’t interested in politics enough to delve into the nuts and bolts of party politics to discover and compare common values. Some, like me, watch, read, and know enough to form opinions on issues, support/work for a favorite candidate, and be vocal. Some are actually brave enough to pen their names to ballots and weather the good, the bad, and the ugly for the sake of making a difference and/or supporting their values in public office.

So, dear reader, I challenge you to take some time to look beyond what is coming from their mouths (unfortunately, lying seems to be common these days) and look at the person and his/her personal history and political record. A leopard can’t change his spots, and politicians rarely change their deeply held beliefs.

Then, cast your ballot for the person who more closely resembles your values instead of voting “tradition.” Too, it might be time to re-evaluate “tradition.”

I am rather glad I live here!
Interestingly, Ming and I had a discussion about Australian politics this morning and he said he would vote for the party that he though was the most legitimately sincere instead of being a staunch Liberal. This will be his first year to vote!

Yes, you Aussies are great! Be thankful that your PM has the courage to stand against the ilk that’s trying to take the world hostage. And, good for Ming! Encourage him also to search for truth.

Deb / Oct 3 2012 7:18 PM

you said it girl…hopefully some people will stop drinking the Obama koolaid…

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